Aigi Watches The BanzaivsRolex Sky-Dweller

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Aigi Watches The Banzai at true scale

The Banzai

Rolex Sky-Dweller at true scale

Sky-Dweller

Diameter

40mm

42mm

Thickness

11.9mm

n/a

Water Resistance

200m

highest

100m

Power Reserve

n/a

72h

MSRP

$1,098

lowest

$51,400

Movement

Miyota 9075

Rolex 9002

Case

7 specs
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
11.9mm
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
18 kt yellow gold
Finish
n/a
White Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and white gold
Water Resistance
200m
100m
Caseback
n/a
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Flat
Dial Color
black
Blue
Indices
n/a
Index
Lume
None
Chromalight

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075
Rolex 9002
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
72h
Jewels
0
40
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
GMT, Annual Calendar, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,098
$51,400
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Aigi Watches The Banzai

The Aigi Watches The Banzai Watch is praised for its dial's triangular texture, which catches sunlight and adds character. Owners note the watch has good specifications for its $199 Kickstarter price. Some find its 40mm case size and 49mm lug-to-lug measurement to be chunky. There is skepticism regarding the brand's longevity and origin, with some suggesting more established brands for a safer purchase. One owner reported receiving the watch with a Miyota 9015 movement upgrade. On balance, owners value the dial's unique texture and the watch's specifications for the price, despite concerns about the brand's establishment.

Rolex Sky-Dweller

Owners widely praise the Rolex Sky-Dweller for its exceptionally good fit and finish, irreproachable attention to detail, and unique, well-executed annual calendar and dual-time zone complications, with many considering it Rolex's most complicated watch and a great value. Some owners find the 42mm case too large or top-heavy, particularly on smaller wrists, while others report it wears surprisingly well. Availability from authorized dealers is a significant issue, with long wait times for popular configurations. On balance, owners rate the Rolex Sky-Dweller highly for its unique complications and build quality, despite some reservations about its size.